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THE CANADIAN STATESMAN, MAY 1,2002 PAGE A7 Region examines funding for homeless youth BY TIM FORAN Staff Writer DURHAM - Understanding Understanding the complex needs of street youths in Durham could become a little easier if the Region qualifies for almost almost $200,000 in federal funding. Durham's health and social social services committee recommended recommended Thursday the Region apply for the funding from Human Resources Development Development Canada (HRDC). 'I'lie money would be used to hire I0 homeless or at-risk youth and one co-ordinator to define a regiomvide plan specifically addressing the needs of homeless youth. The project would be led by Durham Region's family services division. Funding for the project would come from two HRDC sources: $150,000 from Youth Services Canada to pay the 10 youths to develop develop employment-related skills over a half-year; and the Supporting Community Partnerships Initiative (SCPI) would pay $47,730 for a part-time staff person to spend a year co-ordinating services for homeless and at- risk youth. Included in those figures arc estimates for travel and office expenses. Durham Region's costs for the program program would consist of staff supervision and administration administration of funding. Street youth experience a wide range of social, health and economic problems, a regional report states. Therefore, Therefore, an individual or "case- management" approach would be the best way to provide services and guidance, guidance, the report suggests. The report also cited comments comments made last year by the Durham Advisory Committee Committee on Homelessness, which identified a need to hotter understand homeless youth. The initial role of the 10 youths hired would be to review review existing services and to identify any gaps in or barriers barriers to those services. Durham has been successful successful in the past at acquiring acquiring funding from the two HRDC programs. Last year, SCPI gave the Region $54,000 to do fire safety repairs repairs at the Ark for Youth Shelter and Services. Youth Services Canada also gave the Ark $120,000 to hire 10 youth to do minor renovations renovations at the shelter. The recommendation to apply for HRDC funding will be discussed at an upcoming upcoming finance and administration administration committee meeting. Library offers chance to get into yoga CLARINGTON - Get an introduction to Sahaja Yoga at the public library. The Clarington Public Library is hosting free seminars about Sahaja Yoga on Friday. May 10, from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Courtice branch and on Wednesday May 22, at the Clarke branch in Orono, at 6:30 p.m. Sahaja Yoga is a method of meditation cre ated by Sliri Malaji Nirmala Devi in 1970 and has spread around the world since. To learn more about the technique, visit www.sahajayo- ga.org. To register for the seminar at the Courtice Branch. 2950 Courtice Rd„ phone 905-404- 0707. or for the Clarke Branch seminar, 127 Church St., in Orono. phone 905-983-5507. Come and meet live at WAL*MART Whitby Shopping Centre Thickson Road and Highway #2, Whitby Sun., May 5th, 10:00 a.m, to 11:30 a.m. Bring your camera! WE SELL FOR LESS everyday! In Brief MAY 1, 2002 Church turns 168 St. Andrew's Andrew's Presbyterian Presbyterian Church is celebrating its 168th anniversary. anniversary. The celebration celebration of the church's birthday birthday takes place Sunday, May 5 at an 11 a.m. service followed by a pot luck luncheon in the church basement. basement. Featured guest speaker will be Reverend Reverend John Congram from 'Wingham, Ont., who has served as a minister from 1962-88. He was a moderator moderator for the 123rd General Assembly from 1997-98. He has also served on committees on teaching courses at Lambton Collage, Collage, and is helping produce produce cable TV programs. He also teaches workshops for writers, editors, and storytellers. The church is located at 47 Temperance St. N., Bow- manville. For information call 905-623-3432. Smoke- free group looking for supporters 'Durham Lives!', a council council for a smoke- free Durham Region, is looking looking for supporters. supporters. Interested individuals are invited to the council's next meeting Thursday, Thursday, May 2 from 6:30 p.m. until 9 p.m. at the Durham District School Board Education Centre, Centre, 400 Taunton Rd. E„ Whitby. For more information call 'Durham Lives!' at 1-800-841- 2729 ext. 2151. The Lions Club of Newcastle Celebrates Fifty-five years of Community Service in 2002. We wish to thank all the individuals and businesses that contributed to our causes over the years and especially to our recent Anniversary Celebration. In 1947 the Bowmanville Lions Club saw a need for a similar community organization in Newcastle and proceeded to hold an organizational meeting attended by many local people. Out of this meeting the Lions Club of Newcastle was born and a charter from Lions International dated May 6, 1947 proudly takes head table wall space in the Lions Room at the Newcastle Community Flail. Since 1917, Lions have served the world's population through hard work and commitment to make a difference in the lives of people everywhere. With 1.4 million members serving in more than 44,800 clubs in 188 countries and geographical areas, Lions Clubs International is the world's largest service club organization. Lions are recognized worldwide for their service to the blind and visually impaired. Although the Lions Club of Newcastle recognize and are obligated to the worldwide goal of reducing blindness, they have not shirked their community obligations, especially for the youth of Please note: Sixteen Lions unavailable for photo. the community. They have sponsored hockey and ball teams almost from day one and even today support local youth in various ways, like making the Lions room available for soccer registration ând Leo Club Meetings to name a couple. Membership in the Newcastle Lions Club is open to all adults over 19 who wish to make their community a better place to live. To receive more information please call Membership Chairman Marilyn Martin at 905-987-4937. Our Motto is "We Serve" Fund Raisers Lions Mint Sales Neveda Tickets at Mike's Place Bingo at the Fair (Sept.) Annual Barbecued Beef Turkey Roll and Draw (Nov.) Annual New Years Dance Annual Chicken Barbecue (May) Greek Night for Lakeridge Bowmanville (June) Walk for Dog Guides for Lions Foundation (Sept./Oct.) Catering and Bar Services Social Events Barbecue Corn Roast Christmas Party Club Trips Conventions Community Donations over the Last Five Years Durham College $10,000 Orono Arena $6,000 Newcastle Hall Board for Kitchen Renovation $25,000 Centennial Project (gazebo) $20,000 Local Schools (VIP, Band, Athletic Department and Graduation Awards.) $29,000 Lakeridge Health Bowmanville $5,000 Food Bank, Christmas Food Drives bv Local Churches and Salvation Armv $10,500 Lions Foundation (Walk for Guide Dogs) $75,000 Total $1S1,000 Clark Family Chiropractic Center Congratulations to Newcastle Lions Club on your 55th Charter year. 10 King St. E., Newcastle 905-987-9900 Thoughtfulness, Service and Concern Since 1845 |n Sortfjcutt €Utott ! E jfuneral Home Proud to support the Newcastle Lions Club! /SO ONTARIO FUNERAL WCT SERVICE ASSOCIATION Incorporated 53 Division St., Bowmanville (905)623-5668 s Guardian Newcastle Pharmacy Thank you Newcastle Lions club! 905-987-0000 J.R. Hope.Ltd. Steadman's Thank You Newcastle Lions Club for your great contributions to our community! 20 King St. E, Newcastle 905-987-5187 Barr's Roofing & Siding Residential, Commercial, Industrial IVe salute the work of the Newcastle Lions Club! 905-987-1445 *nsn mmmmmh NEWCASTLE A Proud supporter of the Newcastle lions Club! 905-987-4626 NFH Proud to be part of the tradition as we celebrate 55 years of service Lion Carl Good NEWCASTLE FUNERAL HOME 905-987-3964 "Curing for our Community" www, ncwcastlcfimcialhomc.com MORRIS FUNERAL CHAPEL LTD. Serving the Community Since 1841. Thank you Newcastle Lions Club! A- A** 4 Division St., tiowmanvillc (905)623-5480 Ultra Seal Asphalt Sealing and Repairs Ron Moffatt Let's all support the work of the Newcastle Lions Club. 905-987-3905